How Smartphone iD works

Prepare your official passport photos in just a few minutes, directly from your phone. Simple, fast and guaranteed to meet official requirements.

Preview of the Smartphone iD app

Already used by millions of users for official passport photos.

Take your compliant photo

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Open the app on any Android or iOS phone or tablet.

Background

A light or white background is recommended.

Lighting

Use even lighting with no shadows.

Accessories

Do not wear glasses, headwear or accessories.

Expression

Keep a neutral expression, with your head straight and your mouth closed.

Position

Ideally, ask someone to take your photo or use a tripod.

Ideal distance

At least 70cm in selfie mode, rear camera 1m.

Retake

Retake the photo as many times as needed.

Verification to official standards

Verification to official standards

  • Your photo is analysed in real time using our artificial intelligence system.
  • It is then reviewed by a human expert.
  • We apply the official requirements set by the U.S. Department of State, USCIS and other relevant U.S. authorities.
100% accepted or your money back

100% accepted or your money back

  • We guarantee a compliant photo — or your money back.
  • If your photo is refused, you can receive a full refund or retake it free of charge, with proof of official refusal. 99.8% of our photos are accepted on the first submission. However, the final decision remains with the individual official reviewing your application, who may deem a photo compliant or non-compliant.
  • No subscription plans — you only pay when you use the service.
  • Digital photos with our full verification service start from $8.50. The exact price may vary depending on the document and service selected.

Printing and fast delivery

Quick Download

Receive your digital photo and 4 × 6 in photo sheet instantly after validation.

Professional quality

Each photo is printed on premium photo paper in the correct size required for your selected US document.

Postal delivery

Photos are shipped by post the same day for all orders completed before 10:45 am ET. Delivery to the US usually takes 7–10 working days. Delivery times are indicative and may vary.